Embark Sessions

Clinical Resiliency: Strategies for Preventing Burnout in Therapists

In this episode, Rob discusses clinical resiliency with Katie McCoog, LCSW and clinical director of Embark Behavioral Health in White Haven, Pennsylvania. Katie and Rob define resiliency as the ability to respond to one's environment and bounce back from challenges. They emphasizes the importance of recognizing progress, setting boundaries, and seeking support from supervisors and therapists. Rob also highlights the concept of flow state, where therapists feel a sense of fulfillment and engagement in their work. Additionally, Katie and Rob address the impact of vicarious trauma and the need for self-care in the helping profession. About Katie Katie McCoog graduated from Marywood University with an MSW degree in Social Work, with a concentration in Behavioral Health. She has been working in the field for 15 years and has been acknowledged internationally as a certified trauma therapist. Katie has provided family and individual therapy, substance abuse, and behavior modification to a wide variety of populations such as children starting at the age of 5 to adults 60 and over. She has treated individuals diagnosed with autism, mental health illnesses, intellectual disabilities, and comorbidity. About Rob Dr. Rob Gent, who has a doctorate in psychology, is the vice president of clinical development and training and one of the founding members of Embark Behavioral Health. Rob has been with the company for 15 years and has led the Embark organization in clinical development and growth of numerous programs. He is the lead developer of the proprietary CASA Developmental Framework, which is pervasive throughout Embark’s programs. Through his dedication to advancing clinical development, practice, and research, he has become a nationally recognized expert in the field. His specialization in clinical development is enhanced by his therapeutic expertise and has yielded such accomplishments as the development of; The CASA Developmental Framework, Vive Family Intensive Program, Calo Preteens, Canine Attachment Therapy-Transferable Attachment Program, and other specialized programs. Connect with Embark on Social Media: • Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/embarkbh ] • Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/embark_bh/ ] • Twitter [https://twitter.com/embarkbh ] • LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/embarkbh/] Have a question for our experts? We want to hear from you! Submit your questions to: askatherapist@embarkbh.com

How Eating Disorders Affect the LGBTQ+ Community | Embark Sessions

In this episode, Rebekah Tinker, LCSW, returns to “Sessions” to share her experiences treating eating disorders and the intersection of eating disorders with gender and sexuality. Rebekah and Rob emphasize the need for the whole family to be involved in the treatment process, as eating disorders often stem from family dynamics and patterns. Rebekah also highlights the rise of body shame and disordered eating in the LGBTQ community and the need for therapists to address the societal factors that contribute to these issues. Rebekah and Rob discuss the importance of creating a safe and accepting therapeutic environment where clients can explore their relationship with their bodies and work towards self-acceptance.  Related Blogs:   LGBTQ+ Mental Health: How To Support Your Youth [https://www.embarkbh.com/blog/lgbtq/lgbtq-mental-health/]  How To Best Support and Accept Your LGBTQ Youth [https://www.embarkbh.com/blog/how-to-be-more-accepting-with-your-lgbtqia-teen/]  Ask a Therapist: How Do You Identify Eating Disorders in Adolescence? [https://www.embarkbh.com/blog/eating-disorder/ask-a-therapist-how-do-you-identify-eating-disorders-in-adolescence/]Eating Disorders in Teens [https://www.embarkbh.com/eating-disorders-in-teens/]  Related Videos:  What to Know About Eating Disorder Treatment | Embark Sessions [https://youtu.be/4FW2KhLWpD0]  Eating Disorders: How Parents Can Support Their Child | Roadmap to Joy [https://youtu.be/l7wNFoF9euo]  Connect with Embark on Social Media:  * Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/embarkbh]  * Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/embark_bh/]  * Twitter [https://twitter.com/embarkbh]  * Linkedin [https://www.linkedin.com/company/embarkbh/]  Have a question for our experts? We want to hear from you! Submit your questions to: askatherapist@embarkbh.com [askatherapist@embarkbh.com].  About Rebekah Tinker, LCSW  Rebekah believes the therapeutic relationship is built from trust and sincerity. Her hope is to hold space for a genuine connection that fosters dynamic self-reflection. Looking deeper into the layers of experience that inform our internal gaze and external lens, and what we intrinsically value and believe. Whether you are looking to unravel patterns of codependency, improve communication with your partner(s), or navigate through body shame and disordered eating, Rebekah sees opportunity for clarity and resolve.  Her clinical approach holds an intersectional feminist and psychodynamic lens. Each session is focused on deconstructing conscious and unconscious beliefs and behaviors. Weeding out what holds us captive in doubt, while empowering individuality and acceptance of self.  She specializes in relationships, sex and sexuality, body image, disordered eating, and identity development. She works with couples, adults, and adolescents of all genders and sexualities.    About Rob  Dr. Rob Gent, Ph.D., is the Chief Clinical Officer and one of the founding members of Embark Behavioral Health. Rob has been with the company for 15 years and has led the Embark organization in the clinical development and growth of numerous programs. He is the lead developer of the proprietary CASA Developmental Framework, which is pervasive throughout Embark’s programs.  Through his dedication to advancing clinical development, practice, and research, he has become a nationally recognized expert in the field. His specialization in clinical development is enhanced by his therapeutic expertise and has yielded such accomplishments as the development of; The CASA Developmental Framework, Vive Family Intensive Program, Calo Preteens, Canine Attachment Therapy-Transferable Attachment Program, and other specialized programs.

Understanding Parenting from a Therapeutic Lens

In this enlightening podcast episode, Rob delves into the influential role of parenting in shaping children's lives, and how to view parenting through a therapeutic lens. He emphasizes the essence of secure attachment parenting, where caregivers prioritize a child's developmental well-being through consistent boundaries and nurturance. Rob highlights the rewards of parenting, including the release of oxytocin and dopamine, fostering connection and emotional regulation. He discusses the pivotal nature of repairing the parent-child relationship by expressing regret, empathy, and the intention to change. Rob acknowledges the challenges of parenting, particularly during adolescence, while underlining the importance of providing a secure base for children's resilience.     Related Blogs:    How To Take Care of Yourself So You Can Take Care of Your Child [https://www.embarkbh.com/blog/parenting/how-to-take-care-of-yourself-so-you-can-take-care-of-your-child/]  Embark Parenting Guide [https://www.embarkbh.com/parenting-guide/]  How Teen Mental Health Struggles Affect the Whole Family [https://www.embarkbh.com/blog/parenting/how-to-take-care-of-yourself-so-you-can-take-care-of-your-child/]    Related Videos:   How To Be an Emotionally Present Parent [https://youtu.be/yJbKpLrdKGQ]  Mental Health Days: What Parents Need to Know | Roadmap to Joy [https://youtu.be/wiNLAz9vEck]    About Rob  Dr. Rob Gent, Ph.D., is the Chief Clinical Officer and one of the founding members of Embark Behavioral Health. Rob has been with the company for 15 years and has led the Embark organization in the clinical development and growth of numerous programs. He is the lead developer of the proprietary CASA Developmental Framework, which is pervasive throughout Embark’s programs.  Through his dedication to advancing clinical development, practice, and research, he has become a nationally recognized expert in the field. His specialization in clinical development is enhanced by his therapeutic expertise and has yielded such accomplishments as the development of; The CASA Developmental Framework, Vive Family Intensive Program, Calo Preteens, Canine Attachment Therapy-Transferable Attachment Program, and other specialized programs.     #Embark #BehavioralHealth #MentalHealth #Treatment #Parenting   Embark has been helping people overcome behavioral health issues that may be affecting their everyday lives for over 25 years.   Conditions We Treat Include:   *Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). - https://bit.ly/adhd-treatment-embark [https://bit.ly/adhd-treatment-embark]   *Depression. - https://bit.ly/depression-treatment-embark [https://bit.ly/depression-treatment-embark]    *Anger/mood regulation. - https://bit.ly/angry-teenagers [https://bit.ly/angry-teenagers]     *Family conflict. - https://bit.ly/learn-about-family-therapy [https://bit.ly/learn-about-family-therapy]   *Anxiety.-  https://bit.ly/anxiety-treatment-embark [https://bit.ly/anxiety-treatment-embark]   *Self-harm/cutting. - https://bit.ly/learn-about-cutting [https://bit.ly/learn-about-cutting]   *Bipolar disorder. - https://bit.ly/learn-about-bipolar-disorder [https://bit.ly/learn-about-bipolar-disorder]   *Social isolation. - https://bit.ly/learn-about-social-isolation [https://bit.ly/learn-about-social-isolation]   *Borderline personality disorder (BPD).- https://bit.ly/bpd-treatment-embark [https://bit.ly/bpd-treatment-embark]   *High-risk behavior. - https://bit.ly/out-of-control-teen-treatment [https://bit.ly/out-of-control-teen-treatment]   *Bullying. - https://bit.ly/cyberbullying-in-teens-and-young-adults [https://bit.ly/cyberbullying-in-teens-and-young-adults]     The Embark team has some of the most compassionate and educated professionals in the industry. Its core purpose is to create joy and heal generations. Embark’s big hairy audacious goal is to lead the way in driving teen and young adult anxiety, depression, and suicide from the all-time highs of today to all-time lows by 2028. Exceptional treatment options, like short-term residential care, makes Embark the world's most respected family behavioral health provider.   Check out our locations: https://bit.ly/embark-behavioral-health-locations [https://bit.ly/embark-behavioral-health-locations]   Learn more about attachment theory: https://bit.ly/attachment-theory-embarkbh [https://bit.ly/attachment-theory-embarkbh]   Find out how Embark’s CASA framework helps youth: https://bit.ly/casa-framework-embarkbh [https://bit.ly/casa-framework-embarkbh]   Learn more about how trauma focused cognitive behavioral therapy can help adolescents, teens, and young adults https://bit.ly/trauma-focused-cbt-embarkbh [https://bit.ly/trauma-focused-cbt-embarkbh]     Connect with Embark on Social Media:  * Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/embarkbh]  * Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/embark_bh/]  * Twitter [https://twitter.com/embarkbh]  * Linkedin [https://www.linkedin.com/company/embarkbh/]  Have a question for our experts? We want to hear from you! Submit your questions to: askatherapist@embarkbh.com [askatherapist@embarkbh.com].

From Pain to Purpose: Rebekah Tinker’s Healing Journey (Part 1)

In this episode, Rebekah Tinker, LCSW, shares her personal healing journey with Rob. Rebekah describes how her childhood experiences with assault, the loss of her father, and an eating disorder shaped her relationships with others and herself. Rob and Rebekah discuss how she found healing, and how her past helps her approach her clients with empathy and compassion.   CONTENT NOTICE: This episode contains discussions of sensitive subject matter, including sexual assault, eating disorders, and the death of a parent.   If you need support, please reach out:   * Call, text, or chat 988 – Suicide and Crisis Lifeline [https://988lifeline.org/?ref=w3use]  * National Eating Disorders Association [https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/]  * RAINN National Sexual Assault Hotline [https://www.rainn.org/resources]  * National Sexual Violence Resource Center [https://www.rainn.org/resources]  Related Blogs:   * Ask a Therapist: How Do You Identify Eating Disorders in Adolescence? [https://www.embarkbh.com/blog/eating-disorder/ask-a-therapist-how-do-you-identify-eating-disorders-in-adolescence/]  * What Is Relational Trauma? [https://www.embarkbh.com/blog/what-is-relational-trauma/]  * Self-Esteem Activities for Teens [https://www.embarkbh.com/blog/self-esteem/self-esteem-activities-for-teens/]  * How Teen Mental Health Struggles Affect the Whole Family [https://www.embarkbh.com/blog/mental-health/how-teen-mental-health-struggles-affect-the-whole-family/]  * Angry Teenagers: What Parents Should Know [https://www.embarkbh.com/blog/anger/angry-teenagers-what-parents-should-know/]   Related Videos:  * What To Know About Eating Disorder Treatment | Embark Sessions [https://youtu.be/4FW2KhLWpD0]  * Eating Disorders: How Parents Can Support Their Child | Roadmap to Joy [https://youtu.be/l7wNFoF9euo]  * Getting to the Core: Peeling the Layers of Trauma and Addiction [https://youtu.be/Cz0NegskkgY]  * Making Choices After Trauma: It’s More Complicated Than You Think [https://www.embarkbh.com/blog/anger/angry-teenagers-what-parents-should-know/]    About Rebekah Tinker, LCSW   Rebekah believes the therapeutic relationship is built from trust and sincerity. Her hope is to hold space for a genuine connection that fosters dynamic self reflection. Looking deeper into the layers of experience that inform our internal gaze and external lens, and what we intrinsically value and believe. Whether you are looking to unravel patterns of codependency, improve communication with your partner(s), or navigate through body shame and disordered eating, I see opportunity for clarity and resolve.  Her clinical approach holds an intersectional feminist and psychodynamic lens. Each session is focused on deconstructing conscious and unconscious beliefs and behaviors. Weeding out what holds us captive in doubt, while empowering individuality and acceptance of self.  She specializes in relationships, sex and sexuality, body image, disordered eating, and identity development. I work with couples, adults, and adolescents of all genders and sexualities.    Learn more about Rebekah: www.rebekahtinker.com [https://www.rebekahtinker.com/]    About Rob  Dr. Rob Gent, Ph.D., is the Chief Clinical Officer and one of the founding members of Embark Behavioral Health. Rob has been with the company for 15 years and has led the Embark organization in the clinical development and growth of numerous programs. He is the lead developer of the proprietary CASA Developmental Framework, which is pervasive throughout Embark’s programs.  Through his dedication to advancing clinical development, practice, and research, he has become a nationally recognized expert in the field. His specialization in clinical development is enhanced by his therapeutic expertise and has yielded such accomplishments as the development of; The CASA Developmental Framework, Vive Family Intensive Program, Calo Preteens, Canine Attachment Therapy-Transferable Attachment Program, and other specialized programs.  Connect with Embark on Social Media:  * Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/embarkbh]  * Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/embark_bh/]  * Twitter [https://twitter.com/embarkbh]  * Linkedin [https://www.linkedin.com/company/embarkbh/]  Have a question for our experts? We want to hear from you! Submit your questions to: askatherapist@embarkbh.com [askatherapist@embarkbh.com].

The Science of Stress with Dr. George Slavich

In this episode of "Embark Sessions," Rob discusses the science of stress with Dr. George Slavich, Director of the UCLA Laboratory for Stress Assessment and Research, who has a Ph.D. in psychology. Dr. Slavich explains how his early childhood experiences with shyness led him to study psychology. Rob and Dr. Slavich dive into how psychology and biology are connected and how stress impacts our mental and physical health.  Resources:   UCLA Laboratory for Stress Assessment and Research [https://www.uclastresslab.org/]  California Stress, Trauma, and Resilience Network [https://calstarnetwork.org/]  Related Blogs:    Stress vs. Distress: How Do You Help Your Teen Navigate a Stressful World? [https://www.embarkbh.com/blog/stress-vs-distress-how-do-you-help-your-teen-navigate-a-stressful-world/ ] How Much Stress is Too Much? A Caregiver’s Guide [https://www.embarkbh.com/blog/how-much-stress-is-too-much-a-caregivers-guide/] Related Videos:   Personal Growth Through Social Support with Dr. Hansa Bhargava | Embark Sessions [https://youtu.be/sAcvYZcyQ7s]  Deliberate Practice with Scott D. Miller | Embark Sessions [https://youtu.be/jQWOSy2LJnc]  About Dr. Slavich:   Dr. George Slavich is an expert on the basic science, assessment, and management of life stress. He conducts research on how stress affects mental and physical health and provides expert stress consultation and management services to major public and private organizations. He is a standing member on several scientific working groups at the National Cancer Institute and National Institute on Aging and has also helped many large companies and universities design and implement brief social-psychological stress intervention programs using sophisticated, computer-based systems.  Dr. Slavich completed undergraduate and graduate coursework in psychology and communication at Stanford University and received his Ph.D. in clinical psychology from the University of Oregon. After graduate school, he was a clinical psychology intern at McLean Hospital and a clinical fellow in the Department of Psychiatry at Harvard Medical School. He subsequently completed three years of postdoctoral training in psychoneuroimmunology, first as an NIMH Postdoctoral Fellow in the Health Psychology Program at UCSF and then as an NIMH Postdoctoral Fellow at the Cousins Center for Psychoneuroimmunology at UCLA. Currently, he is an associate professor and Society in Science – Branco Weiss Fellow in the Department of Psychiatry and Biobehavioral Sciences at UCLA, and a Research Scientist at the Cousins Center for Psychoneuroimmunology where he directs the UCLA Laboratory for Stress Assessment and Research About Rob Rob Gent, M.A. LPC, is the Chief Clinical Officer and one of the founding members of Embark Behavioral Health. Rob has been with the company for 15 years and has led the Embark organization in the clinical development and growth of numerous programs. He is the lead developer of the proprietary CASA Developmental Framework, which is pervasive throughout Embark’s programs. Through his dedication to advancing clinical development, practice, and research, he has become a nationally recognized expert in the field. His specialization in clinical development is enhanced by his therapeutic expertise and has yielded such accomplishments as the development of; The CASA Developmental Framework, Vive Family Intensive Program, Calo Preteens, Canine Attachment Therapy-Transferable Attachment Program, and other specialized programs. Connect with Embark on Social Media: • Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/embarkbh ] • Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/embark_bh/ ] • Twitter [https://twitter.com/embarkbh ] • LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/embarkbh/] Have a question for our experts? We want to hear from you! Submit your questions to: askatherapist@embarkbh.com